NATURAL SCIENCES MANAGER I - 64085818

Requisition No: 863786 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: NATURAL SCIENCES MANAGER I - 64085818

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 64085818 

Salary:  $57,457.57 - $60,000.00 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 10/31/2025 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

Manages all Environmental Public Health water program personnel in their everyday job responsibilities who conduct all Marion County Environmental Public Health water programs. This position spends more than 50% of the time engaged in supervisory responsibilities. This includes communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating all water program staff.  Has decision making authority within the water program and is the primary input source on policy decisions.  The incumbent has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action.

This position is responsible and accountable for the performance of the field staff under their supervision. Reviews all inspection records and supporting documents generated by their staff.  Coordinates and manages the water programs and staff to ensure compliance with DOH rules, policies, State Codes, and local regulations.

Incumbent is responsible for performing a variety of professional, educational, and investigative tasks in the promotion and enforcement of water programs functions in Marion County.  Prepares reports, special investigations, letter of approval, denials, and other similar documents.  Oversees inspections and permitting and all other aspects of the water programs.  Performs field inspections as needed. Meets at least monthly with water programs staff to share information and discuss any program problems and seek resolution to them.  Plans and organizes remedial activities for the abatement of environmental violations. Oversees the operation of the water lab.

Supervisor functions are completed timely and include but are not limited to coordinate, direct, monitor, and evaluate work of subordinates, complete performance evaluations annually or as required by DOH standards, verify and approve timesheets and EARs within DOH guidelines and deadlines, approve leave requests or schedule requests as needed, ensure department has adequate coverage in order to meet goals and benchmarks as determined by DOH management, program guidelines, statutes, federal guidelines and may administer discipline or corrective action plans as needed. 

Handles customer service complaints directed towards water programs staff. Conducts in-service trainings as needed.  Assists public and walk-in clients with technical information and Q&A.  Works with engineers, project designers, and building contractors to support a sound and efficient program.  Works with Building Department and inspectors to educate, resolve disputes, and streamline the permitting and final approval process. Reviews local Building Department permit requests for compliance with Department regulations. Reviews and prepares all applications submitted for the State Variance Committee.  This position will also act as the Environmental Health Director when the Environmental Administrator is unavailable as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to force a 30-inch probe through the ground surface to locate and measure existing drainfields and wells.
• Ability to review swimming pool plans and transfer information into the Environmental Public Health Data system.
• Ability to work with contractors and the public to educate and enforce environmental regulations.
• Skilled in utilization of a Windows based computer to perform data entry of inspections and complaints into the Environmental Public Health Data system.
• Ability to work within a laboratory setting, overseeing the quality control.
• Ability to drive a pickup truck responsibly while following written directions to unfamiliar locations.
• Ability to work in the Florida weather, frequently very hot, humid, rainy, and cold.
• Knowledge and ability to perform basic arithmetic functions needed to determine the area of polygons and required water system sizing.
• Ability to work with little supervision and represent the DOH-Marion in a professional manner.

Qualifications:

Minimum-

2 years experience in Environmental Public Health 

Worked in DOH water programs ( LUWS, Swimming Pools, Well Permitting)

Preferred-

Bachelor of Science Degree in a physical science

Supervisory Experience

Experience reviewing applications for DOH water programs

Worked in facilities programs for DOH

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Marion County Health Department

1801 SE 32nd Ave Ocala Florida 34471

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.